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YourClassical Storytime - The Wind and the Sun

‘The Wind and the Sun’

What if the wind and the sun had a friendly competition to see which one was the strongest? That’s exactly what happens in ‘The Wind and the Sun,’ the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime – with storytelling by Julie Amacher, illustrations by Nancy Carlson and music by Ludwig van Beethoven.

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Friday Favorites: Listener requests and Project DJ co-host Akshaj Turebylu
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Specializing in the new

Specializing in the new

In the realm of modern classical music, there are a number of ensembles and performers who focus exclusively on the new and experimental. Steve Seel highlights a host of them on this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ including Brooklyn Rider, So Percussion and the Philip Glass Ensemble.

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Violinist Daniel Hope 'dances' through his latest album

On his latest album, violinist Daniel Hope explores dance music spanning seven centuries and various genres. Listen to — and watch — his interview with host Julie Amacher on the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks’!

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Memorial Day

Memorial Day

Join host Lynne Warfel for two hours of your favorite film music on the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema,’ in which we celebrate Memorial Day with music from films that honor service and sacrifice, including ‘Linclon,’ ‘Saving Private Ryan’ and ‘War Horse.’ Listen now!

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Friday Favorites: Listener requests and Project DJ co-host Abby Bormann
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Bryce Dessner: a composer for the 21st century

Bryce Dessner: a composer for the 21st century

Bryce Dessner is equally at home writing classical works as he is playing guitar in the critically-acclaimed band The National. Host Steve Seel features his Concerto for Two Pianos on this edition of ‘Extra Eclectic.’ Listen now!

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Listen: 'Dreams of the Fallen' honors military veterans

Listen: 'Dreams of the Fallen' honors military veterans

In the United States, Memorial Day often is thought of as the unofficial beginning of summer, but its significance runs far deeper. The one-hour special ‘Dreams of the Fallen’ seeks to recognize and memorialize through music and poetry those who have protected our country — often at great sacrifice.

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May birthdays

May birthdays

Join host Lynne Warfel for two hours of your favorite film music on the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema,’ in which we celebrate May birthdays with music from the films of Audrey Hepburn, Betty Comden, Orson Welles, Fred Astaire and more. Listen now!

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